SUMMARY: The FBI is investigating racist text messages sent to students of color, including African American, Hispanic, and LGBTQIA+ communities, following the election. The offensive texts included messages like being “selected to pick cotton” at a plantation. Some students also received threats of deportation or being sent to reeducation camps. These messages have spread to high school students and were reported through both text and email. While no violence has been linked to these messages, the FBI is working with the Department of Justice, law enforcement, and school officials to investigate further.

FBI issues statement on offensive text messages

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SUMMARY: The search for a missing hunter in Bankhead National Forest ended tragically when authorities located his body. Jeff Randall, a local expert, reported that 47-year-old Woodford had gone bow hunting and planned to return by 11 AM. When he failed to do so, his wife reported him missing. Search crews found his vehicle and searched through the night before discovering his body about 400 yards away. Sheriff Mack Sanders noted that rescue missions are frequent in this rugged area, often ending in heartbreak. The cause of death is under investigation by the sheriff’s office and the game warden.

Authorities say a hunter who was reported missing in the Bankhead National Forest was found dead on Friday morning.

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SUMMARY: Captain Shandra Maman Newman has made history as the first female commanding officer at NAS Pensacola, officially taking command from Captain Terry Village Shasha during a ceremony. Newman, who previously trained at the base 22 years ago, expressed joy in returning to the community, embracing the southern hospitality of Florida. Captain Shasha, after a 26-year Navy career, emphasized the significance of NAS Pensacola, acknowledging it as the finest installation. Newman expressed excitement for her new role, pledging to uphold the station’s legacy of serving the nation for 200 years.

A historic change of command ceremony happened at NAS Pensacola on Friday.
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